Apprentice Educator

Busy Bees Childcare; Neston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in England is hiring an Early Years Professional apprentice to support children's learning and development. This role involves planning activities, delivering quality childcare, and building relationships with children and parents. Candidates must have a passion for working with children and a Level 2 in Early Years or equivalent qualifications. The position offers competitive salary, professional development, and various benefits including childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for working with children.
• Desirable to have Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English grade C / 4 or above.
• Commitment to continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in planning stimulating activities for children.
• Assisting in delivering high-quality childcare.
• Building effective relationships with children, parents, and team members.
• Ensuring individual needs of each child are met.
• Contributing to safeguarding of all children.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Ability to plan stimulating activities

Effective communication

Teamwork

Proactive approach

Education

Level 2 in Early Years

Maths and English grade C/4 or above or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK. Do you want to become a qualified Early Years Professional? Are you serious about a career in the Early Years sector? This role is ideal for anyone who has a genuine passion for working with children and is keen to learn and progress in their own professional development.

About Busy Bees

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Wirral Neston is an Ofsted-rated "Good" nursery with a capacity of 65 children, housed in a beautifully converted barn designed to maximize space and potential for various activities and resources. The nursery features cozy sensory areas for younger children to explore, while the main play areas are filled with interactive, thoughtfully designed activities that encourage learning through play. Many of the toys and resources are made from natural wood, promoting sensory stimulation for children of all ages. Conveniently located just off Chester High Road on Liverpool Road, the nursery is a short 25-minute drive from Liverpool and only five minutes from Neston train station. Additionally, Busy Bees Wirral Neston has a dedicated teacher who provides a structured framework for children preparing to transition to Key Stage One. Free parking is available for staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering a huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Apprenticeship and Responsibilities

• Key responsibilities and expectations as an apprentice: Involvement in planning stimulating activities for the children in your care in line with the EYFS
• Assisting in delivering a high level of quality childcare maintaining a professional and positive outcome for both children and staff
• Building effective relationships with children, parents and team members
• Ensuring each child's individual needs are met
• Contributing to the safeguarding of all children
• Actively work towards the apprenticeship standards provided by Busy Bees Education and Training with an expectation of completion within the agreed timeframe
• Be enthusiastic and proactive in developing own skills within the workplace
• Demonstrate commitment to continued professional development
• Communicate with their line Manager regarding the activities and progress within the room

As an Apprentice, you will be working alongside inspiring qualified staff who will support and mentor you whilst completing your apprenticeship. You will attend bespoke Learning & Development courses where you will be provided with underpinning knowledge and skills to support you in everyday practice. A Development Coach will visit you regularly in your nursery, assessing the work you are creating, providing recognition for your progress and vital guidance to support you in the next part of your apprenticeship.

To apply you must be working or caring for children whether voluntary or paid. Having a Level 2 in Early Years, Maths and English grade C / 4 or above or functional skills level 2 is desirable.